Meet Dr. Kirstyn: From NHS Doctor to Heart Health Coach

Doctor and health coach offering compassionate, evidence-based support for lowering cholesterol

Qualified NHS UK Doctor

Hi, I’m Kirstyn.

Doctor turned heart health coach, believer in evidence over extremes, and founder of Coached by Doctor Kirstyn.

For years, I worked in the NHS, caring for elderly patients with a long list of chronic conditions and medications as long as my arm.

I could treat the immediate reason for their hospital stay, but I couldn’t change the bigger picture: their declining health, limited mobility, and reduced quality of life.

Fast forward to today, and my focus has shifted. I now help people take control earlier - transforming their habits and lifestyle today to set them up for a healthier, more vibrant, and independent life tomorrow.

I don’t do scare tactics. I do science and self-compassion.

I’m here to help you lower your cholesterol, protect your heart, and feel good in your body - without the fear, guilt or food obsession that so often comes with health advice.

Because here's the truth:
Most people know they should eat better or move more.
But what they really need is someone to walk alongside them - to simplify the science, to help them stay consistent, and to challenge the “all-or-nothing” mindset that’s held them back for years.

That’s where I come in.

I want people to still be able to live life to the full even when they hit their 80’s and 90’s. That’s my why. That’s why I became an Online Coach.

Online heart health coach and qualified doctor specialising in cholesterol management

What makes my health coaching approach different?

I’m a doctor, so everything I share is rooted in medical science - not wellness trends.
I’m a coach, so I understand that knowing what to do isn’t the same as doing it.
I specialise in helping people who’ve tried everything - especially the ones who feel stuck, ashamed, or overwhelmed.

My clients leave with more than just better blood results.
They leave with confidence, clarity, and a calm relationship with food and health for the first time in years.

It’s all made possible through my signature framework:

The H.E.A.R.T. Method™ - a five-stage approach that brings together science, mindset, and real-life strategies to help you build a healthier future without extremes.

The H.E.A.R.T. Method™

A science-backed, mindset-led approach to lasting heart health.

🟢 H – Honesty & Health Goals

We start by understanding your health history, habits, mindset, and goals. No judgment - just clarity on where you’re starting and what matters most to you.

🟢 E – Establishing Foundations

We lay the groundwork with small, powerful changes across nutrition, movement, mindset, sleep, and stress. This is where you’ll start feeling clearer, more energised, and in control.

🟢 A – Action with Accountability

With your personalised plan in place, you’ll build consistency with regular check-ins and my support every step of the way.

🟢 R – Resilience & Real-Life Tools

You’ll develop the tools to handle challenges, setbacks, and curveballs - without slipping back into all-or-nothing thinking.

🟢 T – Thriving for Life

By the end, your new habits and mindset feel second nature. You’re not just “doing a programme” - you’re living a healthier, freer life.

What I believe (and what you’ll feel when we work together):

You deserve to feel proud of how you take care of yourself - not punished by it.
Change doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful.
Health isn’t about control. It’s about freedom - freedom from fear, from yo-yo habits, from old stories that no longer serve you.

This is about your whole life - not just your cholesterol.

I work with people who want to live long, full, vibrant lives.
People who want to be around for their kids and grandkids.
People who are done with second-guessing themselves, and ready to feel in charge of their health again. If that’s you?
You’re in the right place.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Health Coaching

I'm a complete beginner when it comes to exercise. Will this work for me?

Yes! In fact, it's a great way for you to learn about exercise and fitness, as you'll have someone knowledgeable helping you right from the start! Plus, every exercise on the app has a written and video demonstration of how to perform it safely and effectively. I design programmes to suit each individual's starting point, and then slowly progress them at a pace they are comfortable with.

Do I need to join a gym?

No! Each programme is designed based on where you want to workout, and with what (if any) equipment you have available to you.

What kind of results can I expect?

It all depends on you! We'll go at your pace to reach your goals, so how fast we do that depends on the time and effort you put in. People who really commit to the programme can expect to see significant weight loss and improvements in their health and fitness levels.

Do I have to track calories?

No, not if you really don't want to. I have clients who do not wish to track calories and instead upload pictures of their meals and snacks for me to see and provide feedback on.

Do I need to be fit already?

Absolutely not! I have worked with clients who have not exercised a day in their life. We start with light, basic bodyweight exercises and progress at a steady pace.

Will I be well supported?

Absolutely! I am available to my clients 7 days a week on the messenger function on the app, and I have weekly check-ins with all of my 1:1 clients. Your goals become my goals, so I am with you every step of the way!

I have health conditions/injuries, can I still sign up?

I have worked with clients post-surgery, with fibromyalgia, who are menopausal, have high blood pressure and arthritis, to name just a few. If you are concerned that you may not be suitable because of health conditions, please send me a message for us to discuss further, if I am not the right person for you, I will be happy to point you in a different direction.

How do you support people with nutrition?

My entire philosophy is that the best diet is the one you can stick to, and the one that you barely notice you are on. Because of this, I get to know your normal eating habits, your likes and dislikes, the areas that you struggle the most, and I help you to curate eating habits that fit your life.

If you have a poor relationship with food, an all or nothing mentality, or see dieting as being very black or white, I can help you get to a point of freedom around diet and nutrition and a healthier relationship with it.

What is the difference between a health coach and a personal trainer?

A personal trainer mostly only works with a client on physical fitness, whereas a health coach thinks about all the elements of a client's life that might be impacting their overall health - including diet, stress, physical activity, and more.